STARKVILLE — A woman was arrested on Wednesday afternoon following a reported fight and gunshot at McKee Park.
Cortina Sanders, 52, of Fayetteville, Georgia was charged with possession of a weapon by a felon, discharging a firearm within city limits and simple assault, according to a Starkville Police Department press release.
No injuries were reported, the release said.
SPD officers responded to the call at about 4:29 p.m., securing the park’s entrances and exits and making contact with the individuals involved in the reported fight.
The disturbance occurred at the park’s pavilion, the release said. SPD Sgt. Brandon Lovelady said Sanders shot in the air in a text message to The Dispatch.
Sanders is being held at Oktibbeha County Jail. Bond had not yet been set Thursday morning.
Anyone with information about this incident or other criminal activity is encouraged to contact the Starkville Police Department at (662) 323-4131, Golden Triangle Crime Stoppers at (800) 530-7151, or submit an anonymous tip through the SPD website. Crime Stoppers may offer a cash reward.
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